Great Eggfly vs Larger Elm Leaf Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Great Eggfly | Larger Elm Leaf Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Hypolimnas bolina | Monocesta coryli |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Nymphalidae | Chrysomelidae |
| Size | 70-85 mm wingspan | 12-16 mm |
| Habitat | Farmland | Woodlands |
| Diet | Herbivores | Herbivores |
| Regions | South and Southeast Asia, Australia, Pacific Islands, Madagascar | Eastern North America |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Great Eggfly
A striking tropical butterfly in which males are jet black with large iridescent white-blue spots. Females are variable and often mimic toxic danaid butterflies.
Did You Know?
Males are fiercely territorial, attacking birds, lizards, and even people who enter their patch.
Larger Elm Leaf Beetle
A robust, bright yellowish-orange beetle with darker wing tips that feeds on a variety of deciduous trees. When handled, it can release a blistering chemical secretion.
Did You Know?
Its hemolymph contains cantharidin-like compounds that can cause skin blisters on contact, an unusual defense for a leaf beetle.